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HCL AppScan vs Waratek IAST

Both stand on interactive application security testing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

HCL AppScan

Free plan APIExtensionLinux+4

AppScan covers several forms of application security testing and connects with development workflows. Check trial restrictions and deployment and pricing options against your team's needs.

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Waratek IAST

Free trial LinuxSelf-hostedWeb+1

Waratek IAST is focused on runtime analysis for Java applications, with findings tied to code and execution flow. Review the trial scope, Team cost, and Coming Soon features when weighing its fit.

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The facts

	HCL AppScan	Waratek IAST
Free plan	Yes	A free trial
Open source	No	Not published
Runs on	API, Extension, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows	Linux, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid plan	See the plans	Team: $2,499 a month
Plans published	6	3
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	hcltech.com	waratek.com
On interactive application security testing software	#3 of 14	#7 of 14

HCL AppScan: what it does well

Combines SAST, DAST, IAST, and SCA.
API testing supports OpenAPI, Postman, and GraphQL.
Integrates with major CI/CD and developer tools.
CodeSweep scans pull requests across 35+ languages.
Offers cloud and on-premises deployment.

What to know first

Trial is limited to five scans total.
Trial scans have a four-hour limit.
Trial reports omit issue details and remediation tasks.
Professional costs $29.99 per scan.

Waratek IAST: what it does well

Findings include code line, stack trace, and data flow
Does not require source code access
Insights arise during regular functional tests
Starter includes basic CI/CD integration

What to know first

Platform scope is Java applications
Starter trial covers one application
Team costs $2,499 per month
Jira and Slack integrations are Coming Soon

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